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BKR 755Y

1982 Volkswagen Beetle

Purple Petrol 1300cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jan 2021
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

78,952 mi
Last recorded78,952 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2019
Typical for 1982 Volkswagen Beetle42,199 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBKR 755Y
MakeVolkswagen
ModelBeetle
Year1982
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,300cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2019 78,952 miles

Nearside Front track rod end dust cover periashed

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower ball joint dust cover perished

Offside Front Upper ball joint dust cover perished

Offside Front track rod end dust cover perished

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 22 Aug 2009 78,952 miles

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

advise speedo not working

Fail 12 Aug 2009 78,952 miles

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (7.3.B.1b)

Nearside Inner Front Upper Torsion bar insecure at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

advise speedo not working

Pass 16 Aug 2008 78,952 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2006 73,322 miles

Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Beetle?

Based on 1,719,137 MOT tests across 112,454 vehicles.

71.7%
Pass Rate
4,798
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
112,454
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 44,561
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 33,096
Stop lamp not working 28,079
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 27,964
Headlamp not working on dipped beam 23,197
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BKR 755Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle in Purple with a 1,300cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 1982 Volkswagen Beetle models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.0% with a typical mileage of 42,199 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Beetle fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 44,561 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BKR 755Y, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Beetle typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 44 years old, this Volkswagen Beetle is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BKR 755Y?

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What year was BKR 755Y registered?

BKR 755Y is a 1982 Volkswagen Beetle, first registered on 1 August 1982.

Is BKR 755Y safe to buy?

The MOT history for BKR 755Y shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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